Things to Do in Aruba
50 curated spots from Aruba itineraries
Activities & Attractions
30 curated experiences
Eagle Beach
Lounge under divi-divi trees, walk 1-mile shore, perfect for romantic photos.
1h 30m · Free
Arikok National Park
Use a rental car or book a comfortable guided tour for Arikok’s desert scenery, coastal overlooks, and accessible natural sights; keep the visit to daylight hours.
3h · $15-50 per person
California Lighthouse
Climb for panoramic views, photography at golden hour; nearby dunes.
1h 30m · $5
Palm Beach
Walk the powdery sands, swim in calm turquoise waters, and snap couple photos.
2h · Free
Arashi Beach
Quiet sands for swimming and shell collecting.
2h · Free
Baby Beach
Protected lagoon with calm, shallow waters for safe swimming; golden hour seashell photography from east side.
2h · Free
Butterfly Farm
Guided tours amid fluttering butterflies; shaded paths; indoor photography alternative.
1h 30m · $20/adult $10/child
Conchi Natural Pool
If conditions and your comfort level allow, visit the natural pool area for a signature Aruba nature experience.
2h · Included with park entry or local tour cost
Fort Zoutman & Historical Museum
Tour the 18th-century fort and Willem III Tower for island history.
1h · $5 or Free
Alto Vista Chapel
Historic yellow chapel amid cacti; **architecture & photography**.
1h 15m · Free
Arashi Beach Snorkeling
Snorkel calm waters with fish and corals; rent gear on-site; best 2-4 PM light for photos.
1h 30m · $20 pp gear rental
Eagle Beach Relaxation
Lounge on wide sands, photograph fofoti trees, optional kayaking.
2h · Free
Fort Zoutman Historical Museum
Learn a bit of Aruba’s history in the island’s oldest surviving building.
1h · $5-10
Free Explore Palm Beach
Leave a 2-3 hour buffer for beach chairs, shopping, or a final swim near your hotel.
2h 30m · Free
Mangel Halto Beach
Swim, snorkel mangroves, relax in shaded huts; sunset views. (30-min drive south)
2h · Free
Palm Beach Snorkeling
Snorkel calm waters spotting fish and turtles from shore.
1h 30m · Free
Philip’s Animal Garden
Feed iguanas, monkeys; interactive wildlife rescue tour.
1h 30m · $25
Spa del Sol
Book 80-minute couples beach massage in outdoor huts with ocean sounds; includes showers and post-massage loungers.
2h · $250/couple
Alto Vista Chapel Hike
Short trail to hilltop chapel, sea views and cacti.
2h · Free
Antilla Wreck Snorkeling
Guided snorkeling expedition to famous 450-foot WWII German freighter wreck rising dramatically from seabed; coral-encrusted metal structures, abundant tropical fish, rays, and sea turtles; approximately 30-40 feet depth
2h 30m · $55-75 per person
Arashi Beach Snorkel
Shallow reefs with eels, starfish; rent gear onsite.
2h · $20 gear
Arikok National Park — Natural Pool & Caves
4WD guided tour through national park featuring natural rock-formation pool for swimming, ancient cave systems, dramatic boulders, desert flora, and panoramic vistas; off-the-beaten-path wilderness experience
3h · $65-95 per person
Arikok National Park Caves
Explore Fontein Cave with ancient Arawak drawings; short guided tour (15-min taxi from Palm Beach); wear closed shoes.
2h · $15 pp entry
Arikok National Park Scenic Tour
Join a guided jeep or small-group tour to explore Arikok’s desert-like landscapes, sea cliffs, and natural sites like Conchi Natural Pool and caves.[1][8]
3h 30m · $80-120
Arikok National Park Visitor Area
Spend the morning in Aruba’s main nature reserve, focusing on scenic viewpoints and an easy, daytime-only visit.
3h · $11-15
Arikok Park Free Explore
Wander dunes, caves, blowholes; 2hr self-paced nature trails.
2h · $11 entry
Aruba Aloe Factory & Museum
Tour aloe production with tastings; small **art museum**-style exhibits on island history.
1h 30m · $10
Aruba Aloe Factory & Museum Visit
Short guided tour of Aruba Aloe’s factory and small museum, with a shop for local skincare products.
1h 30m · Free (products extra)
Aruba Aloe Museum Factory and Store
Learn how aloe became part of the island’s identity and browse simple souvenirs if you want them.
1h · Free
Aruba Beach Fitness Walk
Gentle 45-minute guided or self-paced beach walk focusing on fitness with ocean views and breathing exercises.
1h · $20 ppRestaurants & Food
20 local favorites
Passions on the Beach
Fresh seafood platters and Aruban stoba stew; toes-in-sand.
1h 30m · $35-50 per person
Zeerovers
Beloved over-the-water fish shack where you order freshly fried catch and plantains by weight and eat on a rustic pier.
1h 30m · $15-25 per person
Eduardo’s Beach Shack
Casual beachfront hut near the high-rise hotels known for smoothie bowls, fresh fruit, wraps, and light, healthy breakfasts—easy to order at the counter and eat at picnic tables with your feet in the sand.[1]
45m · $10-18 per person
Matthew's Beachside Restaurant
Aruban keshi yena (stuffed cheese) and seafood; romantic beachfront.
1h 30m · $30-50 per person
Barefoot Restaurant
Romantic toes-in-the-sand dining just outside Oranjestad with sunset views and a refined Caribbean menu.
2h · $35-50 per person
Craft
Gluten-free power bowls, tacos, and salads; kids' options.
1h · $20-35 per person
Elements Restaurant
Choose a beachside lunch of grilled fish, shrimp, or chicken with salad, rice, or vegetables; they can accommodate gluten-free and dairy-free needs with simple preparations and sauce on the side.
1h 15m · $25-45 per person
Flying Fishbone
Try keshi yena (stuffed cheese with local meats) or fresh catch; dine feet-in-sand at low tide.
1h 30m · $30-50 per person
Papiamento Restaurant
Candlelit 1750 plantation house; keshi yena.
2h · $40-50 per person
Bugaloe Beach Bar & Grill
Casual overwater bar on De Palm Pier between the RIU and Hilton; grab fish tacos, burgers, or garlic shrimp with an ice-cold Balashi beer while watching boats and jet skis cruise by.
1h 15m · $18-30 per person
Driftwood Restaurant
Johnny cakes and coffee.
1h · $20-30 per person
L.G. Smith's Steak & Chop House
Wagyu steaks and seafood with candlelight; romantic terrace seating.
1h 30m · $40-50 per person
Madame Janette
Aruban-Italian fusion like pastechi and pasta.
1h 30m · $35-50 per person
Nos Clubhuis
Upstairs, open-air bar-restaurant above Hadicurari offering simple local dishes and great sea views.
1h 15m · $14-22 per person
The Dutch Pancakehouse
Popular central spot for large sweet and savory Dutch-style pancakes and poffertjes near the harbor.
1h 15m · $15-25 per person
The West Deck
Waterfront Caribbean fusion; try pastechi appetizers and seafood platters.
1h 30m · $35-50 per person
Bingo! Cafe & Restaurant
Cozy café-restaurant in Noord with hearty breakfast options in a residential-feeling area.
1h · $10-15 per person
Coffee Break Aruba
Grab coffee, juice, and a simple breakfast before heading to the park.
45m · $8-15 per person
Craft Aruba
Trendy café with good coffee, pastries, and egg dishes near the hotel zone.
1h · $12-20 per person
Craft Coffee Bar
Acai bowls and Aruban coffee.
45m · $20-30 per person